“We Never Heal, Just Remember Less” first appeared in Spoon River Poetry Review.

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Every Thursday we publish “AfterTalk Inspirational.” We invite readers to submit their own poem, essay, or suggestions for inspirational quotes for publication. If you are a therapist you are welcome to extend this invitation to your clients as well. Please send your submission to info@aftertalk.com

AUTHORS

Peggy Amler

I am a retired Occupational Therapist who had the blessing of a treasured second marriage (also David's second) and the misfortune of losing my husband too early to cancer. What I write comes from my heart. I write for myself as a way to hold onto David, and as a way to bring some understanding to myself of this journey. If what I express touches someone else, then that would be wonderful, and I would be honored